1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
